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Views: 91 Author: Site Editor Publish Time: 2022-08-11 Origin: Site
In addition to the servers that need to be protected, don't forget that there are some components that need to be installed in the cabinet - network devices (hubs, routers, patch panels, keyboard/mouse/monitor sharers, tape drives and storage) and peripherals (monitors, keyboards, modems).
The most critical component is the power protector. In various rack configurations, all servers should have an uninterruptible power supply system for power protection. Even if the equipment only occupies 1U of space, it still needs to be protected. Even equipment that does not require continuous operation should be protected with surge suppressors or linear regulators, which are available in the rack configuration.
Don't forget about power components, such as power PDU sockets. If you don't want a dozen power cords bending out of the cabinet, use a power PDU outlet. While it is possible to use a 1U rack model pdu power outlet, a 0U vertical mount PDU power outlet strip works best on the inside wall of the cabinet to make room for other devices. Remember, when you buy the cabinet must be the manufacturer with a good side wall PDU mounting posts, this is a standard accessory, but some bad cabinet business will be it secretly subtracted to get a better profit margin; and the installation of any components can not be installed bracket need additional trays, bracket accessories other mounting devices.
Next, add up all the heat generated by the equipment to be installed. A 45U cabinet, well ventilated at the top and bottom, allows for an average of 3000 to 5000 BTUs of total heat. If the total amount of heat exceeds the maximum amount of heat corresponding to the cabinet, you will need to purchase fans that can be mounted on the upper or side walls of the cabinet. Fans on the upper wall are more expensive, but twice as effective as those mounted on the side walls. Sidewall fans should be installed on the back wall of the cabinet, since the rear of the equipment generates most of the heat.
Once you have the dimensions associated with the cabinet, check the shape of the equipment to make sure it matches the bracket you choose. A sturdy cabinet can hold up to 450 pounds, so check the tools used to get the equipment out, such as a liftgate or cart. Good cabinets have wheels underneath, so you only need to load the equipment that needs to go in and push the cabinet to the right place.
Measure the size of the room and the height of the ceiling, doors and elevators the cabinet passes through. Then again, considering the multiple types of equipment in the cabinet, make sure you place the cabinet close to power, network jacks, and communication jacks.
Check the angle at which the cabinet doors open when opening and closing the cabinet. Standard cabinet doors open on the right and the door spindle on the left, but of course the opposite is not excluded. All doors and side panels should be easy to open for maintenance purposes.
When you want to install equipment cabinets into an already existing cabinet set, you can put the cabinets next to each other in a row, which is safe and neat. However, some cabinet sets cannot be added for various reasons, or only a few accessories can be added. The best cabinet set model should be fully expandable and come with all the necessary hardware to take off the cabinet side panels and screw the cabinets to each other in a row.
